Cultural differences are always intriguing and fascinating. Of course, as humans we all tend to feel similar emotions in similar situations. Nevertheless, we often perceive things differently due to cultural differences. That is why cultural understanding is crucial in this rapidly globalising world.

I WAS IN Japan last month. Though on holiday, the compulsion to observe cultural differences and nuances got the better of me. Japan never ceases to amaze me with its discipline, humility, work ethic and advanced social infrastructure.